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Toyota RAV4 is all grown up

The Toyota RAV4 has finally come of age, writes David Bonnici Since it first appeared on our roads about 20 years ago, the RAV4 has...

Hyundai hits the luxury road

David Bonnici spent a luxurious week on the west's roads in the Hyundai Genesis Hyundai seems to love a challenge. For years it has implored...

8 things to do in Melton and Moorabool

Classic car swap meet The annual Melton Swap Meet and Classic Car Show will be held this Sunday from 6.30am at Tabcorp Park, 2 Ferris...

Used and Reviewed: Ford Territory

The Territory is arguably the best vehicle ever designed by Ford Australia. It is based on the Falcon and shares some of its mechanical...

Used and Reviewed: Nissan Tiida

Nissan Tiida is a small-medium car with the sort of interior space that can accommodate a family and provide a smooth quiet ride with...

Man shot dead at Bacchus Marsh

A quiet street in Bacchus Marsh has been rocked by the shooting death of a resident this morning Emergency services were called to the Labilliere Street...

My Moorabool: Jackie Tabone

Anyone doing it tough in Moorabool is welcome at The Neighbours Place in Bacchus Marsh. Co-ordinator Jackie Tabone spoke to Esther Lauaki about what...

Melton South musician releases third album

Catherine Meeson was only 13 when she started putting her heart, soul and composing talents into her music. Almost three decades later, the Melton South...

Kia Sorento wows the SUV market

David Bonnici finds out the hype around the latest Kia Sorento is warranted. I wonder when Kia knew it was on the money with the...

Blooming art at Bacchus Marsh show

For five decades, Balliang woman Barbara Press has found solace and comfort in painting. From oil to water painting, she loves it all. She says a...

Silvers Circus coming to Bacchus Marsh

A jam-packed circus show is coming to Bacchus Marsh. Gisborne-based Silvers Circus will bring its world-travelling performances to town for five days. Among the spectacular acts...

Classes put students in a pickle

Whether you fancy pickled cabbage, a tomato and apple chutney or cured meat, Melton’s next culinary event will have you covered. At the free presentation,...

6 things to do this weekend

Williamstown Wine and Chocolate Festival Where: Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown When: 11am-6pm, Saturday April 3o The Williamstown Wine and Chocolate Festival is a celebration pairing the best...

10 things to do in Melton and Moorabool

Walkies for a cause The RSPCA Million Paws Walk is on Sunday, May 15, from 10am at Navan Park, Centenary Avenue, Melton West. Book early. ■ 9224...

Parwan mushroom farmer in TV spotlight

Tim Idlington has progressed from mushroom farms in Parwan to television and will soon be appearing on Channel Seven’s My Kitchen Rules. The Parwan Valley...

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More GPs for Melton, Bacchus Marsh

GP practices in Melton and Bacchus Marsh can now recruit overseas-trained doctors after the federal government ruled that the region should become a distribution...

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